Author: Seneca

Oklahoma noise rock outfit Chat Pile have issued a pair of new recordings, digitally unveiling their latest original track “Masks” alongside a cover of Nirvana’s “Sifting.” Both songs arrived February 6 as part of a standalone 7” release through Sub Pop, further tying the band to the influential Seattle label’s legacy. “Masks” continues the group’s ongoing series of mask-themed songs, while their take on “Sifting” pays tribute to the early Sub Pop era by revisiting material from Nirvana’s debut album ‘Bleach’. Speaking about the release, the band reflected on the significance of the opportunity and their connection to the label’s…

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Rising sister-led alternative metalcore act The Pretty Wild have unveiled a new visual for “Zero.Point.Genesis,” with the Tommy Kelly-directed music video making its debut this week. The track serves as the title cut from their debut record, ‘Zero.Point.Genesis’, which arrived last November via Sumerian Records and introduced listeners to the band’s blend of heavy riffs, electronic textures, and melodic hooks. The release of the video continues the promotional push behind the album as the band prepares to hit the road this spring. They’ll appear as direct support for Bloodywood on the ‘System Of A Brown Tour,’ joined by Ladrones and…

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A new collaboration is set to unfold onstage this spring as former Mushroomhead members involved in the project The Ex-Faces have officially brought ex-bassist Pig Benis into the fold for a string of upcoming live appearances. The Ex-Faces is a live-driven project featuring past members of the masked industrial metal outfit performing material from their respective eras in the band, giving longtime listeners a chance to revisit that catalog through the musicians who helped shape it. The announcement was made via social media, where the group confirmed that Pig Benis will share the stage and split performance duties with fellow…

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Shock rocker Marilyn Manson’s 2025 cover of Phil Collins’ iconic 1981 hit “In The Air Tonight” has been featured in a new commercial promoting the 2026 Dodge Charger. The selection of Manson’s rendition comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding the musician, who has faced multiple sexual assault lawsuits and allegations over the past several years. In 2023, Manson settled lawsuits brought by Esmé Bianco and a Jane Doe. Another case from Ashley Morgan Smithline was later dropped. As of now, two additional legal matters remain active: one alleging incidents from the 1990s and a revived lawsuit filed by former assistant Ashley…

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Progressive post-hardcore outfit Good Tiger have shared their latest single, “When Death First Appeared,” accompanied by an official visualizer. The track serves as the second preview from the band’s first full-length in over five years. The new album, titled The Most Negative Day Of The Year, is slated for release on February 16 through Periphery’s 3DOT Recordings. With this latest single, fans are getting another glimpse at the band’s intricate, heavy, and melodic soundscapes that have defined their return after a significant hiatus. If you’re rocking with The Mosh Network, hit the link and add us as a Preferred Source…

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Christian metalcore titans Impending Doom have returned with a brand-new song, “Holy Death,” which premiered alongside an official lyric video. The track marks the first taste of fresh material from the band since their 2018 release The Sin And Doom Vol. II. While details on a full-length follow-up remain scarce, reports indicate the band spent last summer in the studio working on new material, suggesting fans can expect more heavy music from the group in 2026. To accompany the release, Impending Doom have also launched a line of merch themed around “Holy Death,” giving fans a way to celebrate the…

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The rollout for the returning ‘Vans Warped Tour’ continues to expand, with organizers unveiling another wave of performers set to appear across the festival’s 2026 stops. The newly confirmed additions span punk, metal, alternative, and hip-hop, reinforcing the multi-genre approach that has defined the event’s revival announcements in recent weeks. Among the latest names revealed are shock-metal mainstays GWAR, multi-platinum alt-rock outfit Hoobastank, and punk favorites The Menzingers, alongside artists including Guilt Trip, Emery, YelaWolf, grandson, People R Ugly, Bad Cop / Bad Cop, Haywire, Anberlin, and others. As with previous announcements, appearances remain city-specific, meaning the full lineup will…

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Doors Down have shared heartbreaking news regarding the loss of their founder, frontman, and primary songwriter Brad Arnold. The singer passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, February 7, at the age of 47 after battling cancer. Arnold helped launch the Mississippi-based rock outfit and became one of the defining voices of mainstream rock in the early 2000s. His impact began long before the band’s rise to prominence — he famously penned their breakout single “Kryptonite” at just 15 years old. That track would go on to introduce the group to a global audience and establish a songwriting approach…

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Korn fans waiting on a follow-up to 2022’s Requiem may need to stay patient a bit longer. Guitarist Brian “Head” Welch recently addressed the band’s current outlook on recording new material, explaining that they’re enjoying a break from the typical album cycle rather than rushing back into the studio. Speaking with Loudwire, Welch said he’s personally embracing the longer gap between releases and the flexibility it has given the group creatively and professionally: “I really love the fact that it’s taking a long time. I always told management that I wish that we would wait a little bit between albums.…

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Outlier have taken on a rap-metal staple, issuing their own take on Cypress Hill’s crossover hit “(Rock) Superstar”. The newly released cover arrives with added weight thanks to guest contributions from Sen Dog — the Cypress Hill and Powerflo vocalist himself — alongside rap-rock artist Hyro The Hero. Originally released in 2000, the track blurred genre boundaries and featured a cameo from Deftones frontman Chino Moreno. That appearance doesn’t carry over to this version, though Outlier’s interpretation leans heavily into the collaborative spirit that defined the original. Speaking on the influence the song had on him, vocalist Joey Arena shared:…

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